Buyer Purchasing

Buyer – Purchasing | Dearborn, MI

Pay Rate: $41.25/hour

Location: Dearborn, MI (Onsite)

Position Summary:

We are seeking an experienced Buyer to join our Purchasing team. This role is responsible for developing sourcing strategies, leading supplier selection and negotiations, and driving ongoing supplier performance improvements. The Buyer will play a key role in supporting cost reduction, supply chain risk mitigation, and cross-functional collaboration to deliver business results.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and execute sourcing strategies for assigned commodities, products, or services

• Lead supplier selection, sourcing, and negotiation activities

• Build and maintain strong supplier relationships

• Manage supplier performance and support continuous improvement initiatives

• Achieve cost reduction and productivity targets

• Collaborate with Engineering, Manufacturing, Finance, Operations, and Program Management teams

• Analyze market trends, supplier capabilities, and commercial opportunities

• Support business continuity and supply chain risk mitigation efforts

• Prepare management recommendations and presentations

• Ensure compliance with purchasing policies and procedures

Required Skills:

• Buyer

Required Experience:

• Minimum 2 years of experience in purchasing, procurement, sourcing, supply chain, supplier management, manufacturing, engineering, operations, or related business functions

Preferred Qualifications:

• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities

• Effective verbal and written communication skills

• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Excel and PowerPoint

Education Required:

• Bachelor’s Degree

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